Cinema, in the time of nation (re)-building

Cinema, in the time of nation (re)-building, has always been about taking a stand

Hyper-nationalism or screen politicking is certainly not new to Bollywood. So why are we debating it for 'The Accidental Prime Minister' or 'Uri'?

Berate Salman Khan, but Sultan is a boon for Indian Muslims

Bhai's on-screen projections of his partial Islamic identity are far from stereotypical.

100 per cent FDI in defence is a welcome step, but our commercial landscape is not exactly conducive to setting up shop.

The author is a Washington DC-based writer and South Asia aficionado.